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Design With Ann SchachFri, 09 Feb 2018 13:11:00 +0000en-UShourly1102912967https://stampinchic.com/2018/02/ff0001-valentines-or-sequins/Festive Friday Challenge #1: Valentines and/or Sequinshttp://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/524528070/0/stampinchic/
http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/524528070/0/stampinchic/#commentsFri, 09 Feb 2018 10:00:23 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=11027Festive Friday Challenge #1: Valentines and/or Sequins Are you ready for a NEW challenge? One with a few interesting twists? Then you’ve come to the right place! Welcome to Festive Friday – where every challenge is a party! We’re looking for crafters to be inspired by, but not limited by,…

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Are you ready for a NEW challenge? One with a few interesting twists? Then you’ve come to the right place! Welcome to Festive Friday – where every challenge is a party! We’re looking for crafters to be inspired by, but not limited by, our fun holidays. That’s why every challenge is an and/or type of challenge. Twice a month, on the second and fourth Fridays, we will be celebrating a different festivity. Now you may be wondering to yourself, “What if I don’t celebrate that particular day of cheer?” Well, don’t despair! We have an alternative challenge for you. Our goal is to get you craftin’ and to get you having fun! For our first challenge, your choice is to create a Valentine’s Day project and/or use Sequins. We can’t wait to see what you create!

I selected the Valentine’s Day option, using the Bike Ride stamp set from Stampin’ Up!’s Annual Catalog. I hope you enjoy today’s card! As for those twists, I’ll explain them at the end of today’s post.

Colors of the Day

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

Texture abounds on today’s card! I used the Sweetheart Textured Impressions Embossing Folder for the background. You’ll notice that I covered the debossed heart in the center with a Whisper White one created with a framelit from the Sweet and Sassy Framelits set. Tip: To keep the cardstock from cracking, you can lightly mist it with water before running it through the Big Shot. As you can see, I skipped the misting.

Although today’s card is relatively simple to create, with no fancy techniques, there is a lot of stamping and die cutting involved.

In an homage to Valentine’s Day, hearts decorate the wheels and fill the basket. A double bow, created from Powder Pink 3/8″ Shimmer Ribbon completes the look.

Although these soft colors are not ones we would typically associate with Valentine’s Day, I think the result is soft and romantic. What do you think? Won’t you let me know in your comment today?

The Challenge Twists

As I mentioned earlier, Festive Friday is a challenge with a couple of twists. First, if you do not want to create a Valentine’s Day project, you could create a project that has sequins on it. At Festive Friday, we know that not everyone celebrates the occasions which we will be featuring, so we are offering alternatives for each challenge. Secondly, and this twist is really exciting, if you play along with us, you will be earning Fest Points which can be redeemed for items such as tutorials, Stampin’ Up! products, cards, and even a spot as a Guest Designer! For all the rules and Fest Point details – and to meet the other design team members, please visit the Festive Friday Challenge blog!

Would you like to create your own Bike Ride card? If you enjoyed today’s card, and would like to create your own, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. Don’t forget, a $50 order will also qualify you for a FREE Sale-A-Bration item! If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards and Sale-A-Bration items.

Remember, if you have any questions about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time…

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http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/523721628/0/stampinchic/#commentsWed, 07 Feb 2018 10:00:54 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=11014It’s time for On the CASE with Ann & Nicole! Your favorite stamping sleuths are back at work continuing our quest: To work through current Stampin’ Up! catalogs breaking down gorgeous samples, step-by-step, just for you! In “case” this is your first “On the CASE” visit, here is the scoop:…

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It’s time for On the CASE with Ann & Nicole! Your favorite stamping sleuths are back at work continuing our quest: To work through current Stampin’ Up! catalogs breaking down gorgeous samples, step-by-step, just for you! In “case” this is your first “On the CASE” visit, here is the scoop: Twice a month, on the first and third Wednesdays, we will be CASEing a card from one of Stampin’ Up!’s current catalogs. CASE means to Copy and Share with Everyone, and that is exactly what we will be doing. We hope you enjoy the cards we CASE and the free tutorials included in our posts. Are you ready for On the CASE: The CASE of Daisy Delight? Let’s get ready to stamp!

For today’s CASE file, I headed back to the Annual Catalog and the Daisy Delight stamp set. I always need Thank You cards, and this set has a beautiful Thank You sentiment. The font is gorgeous, don’t you agree? While there are several samples from which to choose, I opted to CASE the Pool Party card which used the Ruffled 3D Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.

What a versatile layout! Think of all the different color combinations and designer papers you can use. It’s perfect for using up scraps. Stamping the sentiment on vellum allows just a hint of the pattern to peek through. As I sit here, my mind is already racing ahead to other cards I can’t wait to make. That’s the beauty of CASEing a design: they serve as inspiration to get your own creative juices flowing!

1. Score the Pool Party cardstock at 4-1/4″ to form the card base. Emboss the face of the card using the Ruffled folder.

2. Create an oval from Delightful Daisy Designer Series Paper using the largest Layering Ovals thinlet. Use the pattern shown.

3. Ink the small daisy image in Daffodil Delight and stamp onto Whisper White cardstock. Snip out with paper snips.

4. Ink the leaf outline image in Old Olive, and stamp onto Old Olive cardstock. Create four leaves. Snip out.

5. Ink the sentiment in Night of Navy. Stamp onto vellum. Snip the ends into a “V”. Tip: To prevent the ink from smearing on the vellum, dry it with a heat tool set on low.

6. Add a snippet of Night of Navy Washi Tape onto the card base.

7. Adhere the sentiment to the designer paper oval using the Fine-tip Glue Pen. Tip: Add a few drops behind the script for a “no-show” attachment.

8. Adhere the Touches of Nature Elements to the back of the oval as shown,using Mini Glue Dots.

Adhere the leaves and small daisy image with Mini Dimensionals.

9. Pop onto the card base with dimensionals.

10. Add three small Clear Faceted Gems for a bit of sparkle.

How Hard Was It to Crack This CASE

This is such a pretty card that is so straight-forward to create, with only a smidge of simple fussy cutting involved. What I love about this card is that you can switch out the sentiment, and easily change colors and paper for a card that can be used for all sorts of occasions. Difficulty Level: 2 out of 5

#SUontheCASE

Nicole and I hope our projects today inspire you to try CASEing the catalog, too! We’ll be “on the case”, looking for the hashtag #SUontheCASE on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ & Pinterest). If we find one of your projects, we’ll share it, like it, repost it – we’ll do it all!

Now head on over to Nicole at Pixel Maven’s Retreat to see the CASE file she has been working on. Nicole always writes the BEST tutorials! You will be “bubbling over” with enthusiasm with what she has created for you!

Would you like to check out the most recent Cold CASE Files? Try these:

Ready to get On this CASE? If you enjoyed On the CASE: The CASE of Daisy Delight, and would like to try your hand at creating your own CASE, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. Don’t forget, a $50 order will also qualify you for a FREE Sale-A-Bration item! If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards and Sale-A-Bration items.

February: NK4GCCPW

Remember, if you have any questions about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time – CASE away!

Patti MacLeith, Papercrafts by Patti, is one of my dear stamping friends. When she recently needed a few extra pieces from the January Paper Pumpkin kit to create a project on which she was working, I was more than happy to help her out. In return, she sent me one…

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Patti MacLeith, Papercrafts by Patti, is one of my dear stamping friends. When she recently needed a few extra pieces from the January Paper Pumpkin kit to create a project on which she was working, I was more than happy to help her out. In return, she sent me one of her fabulous card creations. It was clean and lovely – a classic layout for sure! Upon seeing this card, I was struck with the idea of using that layout to create several cards. I asked Patti’s permission to CASE her layout and got to work. I hope you enjoy today’s feature: One Layout with Four Looks.

One Layout with Four Looks Look #1: Sure Do Love You

For this card, the sentiment from the Sure Do Love You stamp set was heat embossed in white onto Berry Burst card stock. Gold Foil adds a touch of metallic luster, while a beautiful Berry Burst bow adds a touch of texture. Of course, the Hearts paper, one of the designer paper patterns from the Painted with Love collection, is perfect for a Valentine’s Day card.

One Layout with Four Looks
Look #2: A Magical Day

Did you know the unicorn is the national animal of Scotland? It must be in my Scottish DNA to adore them, because they have always been my favorite mythological animal. These whimsical unicorns, from the Myths & Magic Specialty Designer Series Paper collection, are sure to brighten the recipient’s day! This card could be used for birthdays for both young and old, or as a simple friendship card. The Shimmering Basic Gray Ribbon is available as a Sale-A-Bration item, and is FREE with a $50 order. The sentiment receives special treatment, having been stamped twice, once in Berry Burst and once in Tranquil Tide. “You Are” was snipped from Tranquil Tide, and popped onto the Berry Burst sentiment. If you are a fan of the Magical Day stamp set, check out this card.

One Layout with Four Looks
Look #3: Petal Palette

Who doesn’t love a classic black and white card? A bit of bling and a Whisper White Organza bow set off this pattern, which is actually from the Petal Passions Memories & More Card Pack. What a wonderful sentiment to let someone know just exactly what they mean to you! The patterned card was used just as it came from the package. It was matted onto a piece of Basic Black card stock, leaving a 1/8″ margin on all four sides. If you are a fan of Petal Palette, like I am, check out this card which showcases the framelits, and this cutie which also uses the Petal Passions Memories & More Card Pack. Tutorials are included for both of these cards.

One Layout with Four Looks
Look #4: Truly Tailored

The sky is the limit when pairing the Truly Tailored stamp set with True Gentleman Designer Series Paper. There are so many cute, quirky patterns, as well as fabulous traditional masculine ones in this collection. Of course, this layout is perfect for showcasing any pattern of paper. The sentiment was inked with Stampin’ Write Markers in order to highlight the various sections. Night of Navy Corduroy Ribbon adds texture.

So there you have it! One layout with four looks! It’s a perfect one for showcasing sentiments and paper. If you would like to create your own, the dimensions are easy:

2-3/4″ wide x 4″ high – Designer Series Paper

3″ wide x 4-1/4″ high – Mat

4-1/4″ x 11″ scored at 5-1/2″ – Card Base

I hope you enjoyed today’s card. Won’t you let me know in your comment? If would like to try your hand at creating your own cards with this layout, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. And don’t forget – a $50 order before tax and shipping will also earn you a Sale-A-Bration reward! If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

February: NK4GCCPW

Of course, if you ever have a question about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time…

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http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/520960192/0/stampinchic/#commentsMon, 29 Jan 2018 02:00:10 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=10982It’s time for the Stamp Review Crew: Sale-A-Bration Edition! If this is your very first visit to one of our hops, the Stamp Review Crew is a group of international Stampin’ Up! demonstrators whose mission is to do a blog hop on the first, third and fifth Mondays of each…

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It’s time for the Stamp Review Crew: Sale-A-Bration Edition! If this is your very first visit to one of our hops, the Stamp Review Crew is a group of international Stampin’ Up! demonstrators whose mission is to do a blog hop on the first, third and fifth Mondays of each month. Our hops are unique because each of us features the same stamp set used in a variety of ways, giving you loads of inspiration for that set! The hops are archived at the Stamp Review Crew blog. You will be able to click through each hop at any time, going directly to the posts for that hop whenever you want! This week we are featuring Sale-A-Bration stamp sets. Sale-A-Bration is one of Stampin’ Up!’s biggest sales of the year, where customers can earn free, exclusive products with every qualifying order. If you are following along in order, you have just arrived from Mickey Roberts. Her work is beautiful! After visiting me, you will continue to the next stop, the incomparable Nikki Spencer. She is always an inspiration. Enjoy this week’s hop!

The Stamp Review Crew: Sale-A-Bration Edition

Colors of the Day

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

Today’s card is a feminine – and versatile – one for sure! By changing out the sentiment, (I used the “Thank You” sentiment from another Sale-A-Bration set, Heartfelt Blooms), this card could be used for a birthday card, wedding card, anniversary card, thinking of you, and more.

Although it has a clean and simple layout, this card sports extra-special details which give it a “WOW” factor, including pearls and a bow created from Whisper White 1/4″ Organza Ribbon.

Of course, the focal point of this card is the beautiful bouquet of lavender. The image was stamped three times, and water colored using Blender Pens and the following inks: Old Olive, Powder Pink, Sweet Sugarplum. They were fussy cut with paper snips and arranged onto an oval created from the Stitched Shapes Framelits.

If would like to try your hand at creating your own Lots of Lavender card, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Not only will online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) earn you a FREE Sale-A-Bration item, you will also receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

January: QXW3Y2VA

Of course, if you ever have a question about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Now hop along to Nikki Spencerto see what she has in store for you! If you get lost along the way, you can find a list of all the hoppers at The Stamp Review Crew.

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http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/518609606/0/stampinchic/#commentsFri, 19 Jan 2018 11:00:29 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=10956When I saw the Barn Door card in person at OnStage Live this fall, I knew I had to have the bundle. I have never been a fan of slider cards, but this one was different. It was a barn door! How could this old farm girl possibly resist a…

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When I saw the Barn Door card in person at OnStage Live this fall, I knew I had to have the bundle. I have never been a fan of slider cards, but this one was different. It was a barn door! How could this old farm girl possibly resist a barn door slider card! The concept was just too cute. I am always in need of friendship cards, so I decided to try my hand at creating my own Barn Door Slider Card. Enjoy!

Colors of the Day

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

The first thing I did before I created today’s card was to watch this video from Stampin’ Up! It is chock full of helpful hints!

After creating the slots, I used the Pinewood Planks Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder to simulate the look of barn wood. The track, brackets and handle were die cut from Basic Gray cardstock, and the door was stamped in Basic Gray Archival Ink.

The wreath was stamped three times: Once in Old Olive on Old Olive cardstock, and twice in Berry Burst on Whisper White cardstock. I then die cut the Old Olive wreath, the three flowers as a group, and one large flower. I accented the wreath with Whisper White Baker’s Twine and a single pearl.

The sentiment, from the Charming Cafe stamp set, was stamped in Basic Gray. Isn’t this such a wonderful sentiment? Three Berry Burst Glitter Enamel Dots were used to accent it. Because of their flat shape, they do not hamper the sliding of the door.

Behind the door, a flower from the Graceful Garden set was colored using Blender Pens and Berry Burst ink for the petals, and Old Olive Stampin’ Blends for the leaves. Clear Epoxy raindrops drip from the petals and leaves. In retrospect, I wish I would have colored the rose yellow to represent friendship. However, Berry Burst is such a yummy color. It is so hard for me to resist using it!

I really love the way this card looks when the door is closed over the flower and the sentiment is exposed. And I love the surprise when the door is slid open!

Speaking of surprises when the door is open, I have to share with you a tale from my youth. One of our barns at home on the farm had a sliding door. Now this was back in the day when curly perms were all the rage. My adorable mother had a curly perm which was poofed up to the high heavens. I’ll never get the day when she slid the door open and a mouse dropped from the track right into her poofy hair. As she marched into the barn, she retrieved the wee beastie from her tresses, let it go, and continued on her merry way, as if it happened every day! As for me – from that day forward, I was always very, very careful when I entered that barn…

I hope you enjoyed today’s card. Won’t you let me know in your comment? If would like to try your hand at creating your own Barn Door Slider card, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. And don’t forget – a $50 order before tax and shipping will also earn you a Sale-A-Bration reward! If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

January: QXW3Y2VA

Of course, if you ever have a question about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time…

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http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/518068798/0/stampinchic/#commentsWed, 17 Jan 2018 10:00:02 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=10934It’s time for On the CASE with Ann & Nicole! Your favorite stamping sleuths are back at work continuing our quest: To work through current Stampin’ Up! catalogs breaking down gorgeous samples, step-by-step, just for you! In “case” this is your first “On the CASE” visit, here is the scoop:…

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It’s time for On the CASE with Ann & Nicole! Your favorite stamping sleuths are back at work continuing our quest: To work through current Stampin’ Up! catalogs breaking down gorgeous samples, step-by-step, just for you! In “case” this is your first “On the CASE” visit, here is the scoop: Twice a month, on the first and third Wednesdays, we will be CASEing a card from one of Stampin’ Up!’s current catalogs. CASE means to Copy and Share with Everyone, and that is exactly what we will be doing. We hope you enjoy the cards we CASE and the free tutorials included in our posts. Are you ready for On the CASE: The CASE of a Magical Day? Let’s get ready to stamp!

On the CASE: The CASE of a Magical Day Occasions Catalog – Page 37 (set), Page 36 (card)

I am a pushover for mythical creatures. As a child, I loved stories about unicorns, dragons and mermaids – and they still intrigue me to this very day. That’s probably why I had to have the Magical Day stamp set, with its coordinating Magical Mates Framelits and the gorgeous Myth & Magic papers. While there are those who will probably think the images are rather juvenile, I would like to think there are adults who would appreciate them just as much as I do! After seeing this card in person at OnStage in Salt Lake City this past November, where I snapped this picture, I couldn’t wait to CASE it. Here is my version:

“On the CASE” Notes Your Step-by-Step Guide

1. Score the Pool Party cardstock at 5-1/2″ to form the card base. Zip the other piece of Pool Party cardstock through the Big Shot with the Seaside Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. Adhere to the card base.

2. Create a banner using the “Bubbles” paper and the Banner Triple Punch. Adhere to the card base.

3. Create a Whisper White square from the largest Stitched Shapes Framelit square.

4. Snip out two mermaids from the Myths & Magic Specialty Designer Series Paper.

5. Position the mermaids onto the Whisper White square as shown, but do not adhere yet. Ink the Bubbles image in Basic Gray, and stamp off. Stamp four sets of bubbles.

Pop the square onto Turquoise Glimmer Paper using dimensionals. Tip: Leave the edges clear so you can easily slip in the die cuts and Touches of Nature Elements in a later step. Adhere the mermaids with mini dimensionals., and add to the card base.

6. Die cut the Lemon Lime Twist sea weed. You will need two for the left hand side, and three for the right. Tip: Notice there is a difference in the direction of the two dies.

Using multipurpose liquid glue as your adhesive, slide these into position on the card.

7. Use a sponge dauber and Tranquil Tide ink to color three Touches of Nature wood elements. I used the white side of the element. Repeat to get the desired intensity. Add sparkle with Clear Wink of Stella. (Note: Clear Wink of Stella will lift the color, and you will need to color over it. But, it still sparkles!)

8. Using multipurpose liquid glue, adhere the elements to the card. Tip: Be patient, and allow the ink to dry to avoid getting ink on your fingers and smudging your white square after everything has been so carefully adhered in position. Don’t ask me how I discovered this bit of information.

Notice the sparkle on the Touches of Nature Element on the left – and yes, the small smudge on the right. I hope that whomever will receive this card will overlook it!

9. Ink the sentiment from the Waterfront stamp set in Fresh Fig. Stamp onto Lemon Lime Twist cardstock. Cut to 1-1/4″ x 5/16″ size. Adhere to the card. Tip: If you do not have the Waterfront stamp set, there are several sentiment options to choose from from other sets. Just be sure to select a sentiment which is of a smaller scale. We don’t want to overpower the mermaids. Plus, the illusion that the mermaid is holding the sentiment is adorable, don’t you think?

10. Three Glitter & Clear Epoxy Bubbles complete the look.

How Hard Was It to Crack This CASE

If you like fussy cutting, this card is for you. There are no difficult techniques involved at all – just a lot of steps. It’s a great one to make while watching a movie. Difficulty Level: 2 out of 5

#SUontheCASE

Nicole and I hope our projects today inspire you to try CASEing the catalog, too! We’ll be “on the case”, looking for the hashtag #SUontheCASE on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ & Pinterest). If we find one of your projects, we’ll share it, like it, repost it – we’ll do it all!

Now head on over to Nicole at Pixel Maven’s Retreat to see the CASE file she has been working on. Nicole always writes the BEST tutorials! You will love what she has created for you. It’s awesome!

Would you like to check out the most recent Cold CASE Files? Try these:

Ready to get On this CASE? If you enjoyed On the CASE: The CASE of a Magical Day, and would like to try your hand at creating your own CASE, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. Don’t forget, a $50 order will also qualify you for a FREE Sale-A-Bration item! If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards and Sale-A-Bration items.

January: QXW3Y2VA

Remember, if you have any questions about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time – CASE away!

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http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/517526432/0/stampinchic/#commentsMon, 15 Jan 2018 02:00:18 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=10933It’s time for the Stamp Review Crew: Picture Perfect Birthday edition! If this is your very first visit to one of our hops, The Stamp Review Crew is a group of international Stampin’ Up! demonstrators whose mission is to do a blog hop on the first, third and fifth Mondays…

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It’s time for the Stamp Review Crew: Picture Perfect Birthday edition! If this is your very first visit to one of our hops, The Stamp Review Crew is a group of international Stampin’ Up! demonstrators whose mission is to do a blog hop on the first, third and fifth Mondays of each month. Our hops are unique because each of us features the same stamp set used in a variety of ways, giving you loads of inspiration for that set! The hops are archived at the Stamp Review Crew blog. You will be able to click through each hop at any time, going directly to the posts for that hop whenever you want! This week we are featuring the Picture Perfect Birthday stamp set from the Occasions Catalog. If you are following along in order, you have just arrived from Lou Kitzelman. Her work is just beautiful! After visiting me, you will continue to the next stop, the incomparable Tanya Boser. She is always an inspiration. Enjoy this week’s hop!

How can one set have so many adorable images? With so many choices, I simply could not decide on which one to use, so I decided to use them all. What better way to showcase them than with a Pop Up Book fancy fold!

Colors of the Day

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

The inside of the card features a fun striped pattern from the Naturally Eclectic Designer Series Paper collection. I needed a piece which was 8-1/2″ x 5-3/8″” to form the inside base, and unfortunately the fun Picture Perfect paper featured in the catalog with this set is only 6″ x 6″. However, because of the colors, it coordinates great with the “confetti” Picture Perfect paper on the sides of the “book”.

The tube sections of the noisemakers were stamped in Pool Party and Fresh Fig, the fringe in Berry Burst, and the roll out in Lemon Lime Twist. Tutti Frutti adhesive backed sequins and rhinestones were used as accents. The sentiment on the facing page was inked in Berry Burst, while the bow is Pool Party. Remember, you can get double duty out of your inks by stamping off, then overstamping in full strength.

This is a top view of how this fold looks:

Isn’t it cool? There are several excellent tutorials and videos on how to create this fancy fold. Just search for “Pop Up Book Card Tutorial” and you will be richly rewarded. Of course, there is a front to this card, and here it is!

A bit of sparkle is added by using Myths & Magic Turquoise Glimmer Paper. I LOVE this glimmer paper collection from the Occasions Catalog. And what about the new Simple Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder? It’s such a clean look.

I hope you enjoyed today’s card. Won’t you let me know in your comment? If would like to try your hand at creating your own Picture Perfect Birthday Pop Up card, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. And don’t forget – a $50 order before tax and shipping will also earn you a Sale-A-Bration reward! If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

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Of course, if you ever have a question about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Now hop along to Tanya Boser to see what she has in store for you! If you get lost along the way, you can find a list of all the hoppers at The Stamp Review Crew.

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http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/515977130/0/stampinchic/#commentsMon, 08 Jan 2018 22:20:09 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=10928Boxer puppy pictures are at the end of today’s post. But first, let’s stamp a card! Who couldn’t use a pretty thank you card, especially one as easy to create as this one? The Petal Passions Designer Series Paper is easily colored using Stampin’ Blends, while Lemon Lime Twist Glimmer…

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Boxer puppy pictures are at the end of today’s post. But first, let’s stamp a card! Who couldn’t use a pretty thank you card, especially one as easy to create as this one? The Petal Passions Designer Series Paper is easily colored using Stampin’ Blends, while Lemon Lime Twist Glimmer Paper adds beautiful bling! This pretty thank you card is a cinch to create using the step-by-step tutorial I have made for you. I hope you enjoy today’s card. Have fun creating your own!

The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips

1. Using Stampin’ Blend Combo Packs, color the Designer Series Paper pattern shown in the picture as follows: Large Flower – petals in Rich Razzleberry with center and highlights in Pink Pirouette; Leaves – Old Olive; Medium Flowers and Roses – Pink Pirouette with Daffodil Delight centers if needed; Small Flowers – Pool Party. Outline all images in Soft Sky ink using a Blender Pen.

Notice how I left white highlights which I colored in with Pink Pirouette?

2. Adhere the designer paper to the Lemon Lime Twist cardstock. Add Berry Burst ribbon 5/8” up from the bottom. Adhere to the card base.
3. Accent the large flower with Wink of Stella. Add round Clear Epoxy Shapes to the center of the large flower and two small flowers.

4. Die cut the lacy border and leaves from the Petals and More Thinlits collection from Lemon Lime Twist Glimmer Paper. Adhere as shown using the Fine Tip Glue Pen.

5. Ink the sentiment in Berry Burst ink, masking as necessary in order to place the words on top of each other. (I inked the sentiment, placed a post-it note over “you”, and stamped onto Whisper White cardstock. Then I repeated the process, only the second time I covered the word “thank”. A Stamp-a-ma-jig will help you place the words perfectly. ) Die cut using the Layering Circles Thinlits. (I used the second smallest circle.) Create the corresponding scallop circle from glimmer paper. “Pop” the sentiment on top of the scallop using dimensionals. Adhere to the card. Tip: Tear & Tape Adhesive will stick perfectly over the glimmer paper.

Just think of all the pretty thank you cards you could make from a package of Petal Passions Designer Series Paper! And if you are not in need of a pretty thank you card, how about a birthday or thinking of you card?

If you would like to check out more cards made with the Petal Palette Bundle and the Petal Passion Suite, check out these posts:

If you enjoyed today’s “Pretty Thank You Card” and would like to make your own, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

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Meet the Puppy

I wasn’t in the market for a new family member. But who could resist this sweet face?

Meet Happy Tail’s – Anscha Dressed for Success, otherwise known as GQ. I own GQ with his breeders, Amy the Handler and Gena Koshiol. Because Amy is on the road at dog shows, she knew she would not be able to give GQ the type of home and socialization a puppy needs. She enlisted my help … and the rest is history. GQ will live with the Schach Pack until it is time for him to be nationally campaigned in two years. During the time he is being campaigned, he will live with Amy, but Kim and I will see him on show weekends. He will return to his forever home with us when he retires from the show ring,

Not only has GQ won the hearts of my husband and I, Muffy has adopted him as her own!

Her face may be silver, but she is still young at heart! I will be sure to post pictures of GQ’s puppyhood.

I hope you enjoyed today’s post and card. Remember, if you have any questions about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time…

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http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/514676676/0/stampinchic/#respondWed, 03 Jan 2018 11:32:33 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=10904Click to View the 2018 Occasions Catalog It’s LIVE! The Stampin’ Up! Occasions Catalog is now live, and it’s time for Sale-A-Bration! You can finally order all of those fabulous products you have been waiting for! Watch the video above to see more of the cute offerings in the new…

Of course, who can resist the FREE products which are available! Sale-A-Bration is one of the biggest Stampin’ Up! promotions of the year with many ways to earn FREE products. It runs Jan. 3 thru March 31.

Celebrate Sale-A-Bration in THREE Ways!!!

You can earn FREE Sale-A-Bration exclusive products (click here to see your choices) for every $50 you spend, based on your total before shipping and tax. NEW this year is $100 reward level, which gives you more flexibility and options for your free items.

If you spend $50, you earn one free level 1 product.

If you spend $100, you earn one free level 2 product OR you can choose two level 1 items.

If you spend $150, you have the option to choose three level 1 items or one level 1 item and one level 2 item.

Do you have a BIG WISH LIST? Place an on-line order of $250 or more and get $25 in additional Stampin’ Rewards. You’ll also earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration product for every $50 you spend before shipping and tax.

Purchase THE ULTIMATE BUNDLE and get 2 FREE STAMP SETS! Now is the time to purchase the $99 Starter Kit and join Stampin’ Up! Build your kit with up to $125 in your choice of products – that’s $26 FREE. Plus the kit ships FREE for another 10% savings. As a Sale-A-Bration bonus, add your choice of TWO FREE STAMP SETS from either the Occasions or Annual Catalog, any price. (Host and Sale-A-Bration stamp sets are excluded.) There is NO risk, NO obligation to purchase more (but you’ll have at least a 20% discount if you do), and NO penalty to drop! Purchase the kit through me and become part of The Schach Pack! JOIN HERE.

If you have any questions, or need a copy of the Occasions Catalog, don’t hesitate to email me! Until next time!

Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards. This month’s give-away will be the Tutti Frutty Adhesive Backed Sequins!

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http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/514671044/0/stampinchic/#commentsWed, 03 Jan 2018 11:00:40 +0000https://stampinchic.com/?p=10896Welcome to our first On the CASE of the New Year! Your favorite stamping sleuths are back at work continuing our quest: To work through current Stampin’ Up! catalogs breaking down gorgeous samples, step-by-step, just for you! In “case” this is your first “On the CASE” visit, here is the…

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Welcome to our first On the CASE of the New Year! Your favorite stamping sleuths are back at work continuing our quest: To work through current Stampin’ Up! catalogs breaking down gorgeous samples, step-by-step, just for you! In “case” this is your first “On the CASE” visit, here is the scoop: Twice a month, on the first and third Wednesdays, we will be CASEing a card from one of Stampin’ Up!’s current catalogs. CASE means to Copy and Share with Everyone, and that is exactly what we will be doing. We hope you enjoy the cards we CASE and the free tutorials included in our posts. Both Nicole and I opted to CASE a card from the new Occasions Catalog , which goes live today! It’s time for On the CASE: A CASE of Petal Palette.

I am in love with the new Petal Palette stamp set. I had so much fun creating my first card with this set (see it and the tutorial HERE), that I couldn’t wait to CASE one of the lovely Petal Palette designs found in the new Occasions Catalog. I selected the one which features the adorable little bird image. I hope you will give this card a try!

“On the CASE” Notes Your Step-by-Step Guide

(Note: Although not shown in the catalog, I created a card base in order to convert this into a conventionally sized card. Although this card uses items from the Petal Passion Memories & More Card Pack, you can substitute designer series paper of your choice, and die cut a label using the Lots of Labels framelits.)

4. Select the 4″ x 2-7/8″ label card from the Petal Passions Memories & More Card Pack. Ink the Dots image with Pool Party and stamp the label full strength the first time, and stamp two more times up the label without re-inking.

Adhere into position on the card base using dimensionals.

5. Ink the Bird image in Basic Black and stamp onto Whisper White card stock. Add touches of Pool Party as illustrated using the Aqua Painter. Tip: Gently squeeze the closed ink pad in order to puddle ink in the lid. Use this ink with the Aqua Painter.

Die cut with the bird thinlit.

Set aside to use later.

6. Die cut the leaves from Old Olive.

Adhere to the label using the Fine-Tip Glue Pen.

7. Stamp the sentiment in Basic Black onto Pool Party. Die cut out.

8. Die cut the border from Silver Glimmer Paper.

9. Adhere the sentiment to the Glimmer Paper as shown, using Tear & Tape Adhesive.

10. Pop up on dimensionals, and adhere to the label.

11. Adhere the bird into position using a dimensional.

12. Add two Petal Passion leaf embellishments –

adhering into position with glue dots.

How Hard Was It to Crack This CASE

In the mood for an easy card? Then this one’s for you! There are no difficult techniques involved at all. I can’t wait to use more of the Petal Passions Memories & More cards to design quick and easy cards like this one! I feel a class coming on!!! Difficulty Level: 2 out of 5

#SUontheCASE

Nicole and I hope our projects today inspire you to try CASEing the catalog, too! We’ll be “on the case”, looking for the hashtag #SUontheCASE on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ & Pinterest). If we find one of your projects, we’ll share it, like it, repost it – we’ll do it all!

Now head on over to Nicole at Pixel Maven’s Retreat to see the CASE file she has been working on. Nicole always writes the BEST tutorials! You will love what she has created for you. It’s awesome!

Would you like to check out the most recent Cold CASE Files? Try these:

Ready to get On this CASE?If you enjoyed On the CASE: A CASE of Petal Palette, and would like to try your hand at creating your own CASE, the supply list is located below. Clicking on a product takes you right to my store. Be sure to use this month’s Host Code. Online orders over $50 (before tax and shipping) will receive a special little somethin’-somethin’ from me IF you use the Host Code. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the Host Code. You will automatically receive the gift from me, as well as your own Host Rewards.

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And remember, if you have any questions about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time – CASE away!